Buffalo Chicken Calzone

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 pound (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• Buffalo wing sauce: 1 cup
• Blue cheese: 1 cup (crumbled)
• Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup (shredded)
• Pizza dough: 1 pound (divided into 8 equal portions)
• Butter: 1/4 cup (for greasing the pan)

Preparation Time:

• 1 hour

Cooking Time:

• 25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buffalo wing sauce. Stir to coat.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
4. Divide the chicken mixture, blue cheese, and mozzarella cheese evenly among the dough circles.
5. Fold the dough over the filling, forming a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges to seal.
6. Brush the calzones with melted butter.
7. Place the calzones on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 calzone):

• Calories: 500
• Fat: 25 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tangy and spicy buffalo wing flavor
• Creamy blue cheese and melted mozzarella cheese
• Flaky and chewy pizza dough

User Comments:

• "This calzone is a party in my mouth! The spicy buffalo chicken and creamy blue cheese are a perfect combination."
• "I love the crispy dough and the gooey filling. It's so satisfying."
• "This dish is perfect for a game day gathering or a cozy night in."
• "The preparation was a bit time-consuming, but it was totally worth it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Handle raw chicken with caution and cook it thoroughly to avoid foodborne illness.
• If you don't have buffalo wing sauce on hand, you can make your own by combining hot sauce, vinegar, butter, and garlic powder.
• Let the calzones rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the filling to cool down slightly.